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How to watch: Exeter City Women v AFC Bournemouth Women
AFC Bournemouth Women are back on the road this weekend, as they travel to Exeter City. Helen Bleazard's side will be looking to get back to winning ways, after dropping points for the first time this season last time out, away at Lewes. The side are currently 3rd in the table, behind Oxford United and Fulham. AFC Bournemouth supporters can watch the game live and free on AFCBTV and and club's YouTube channel.
How to watch: AFC Bournemouth v Stoke City
AFC Bournemouth development squad are back in Premier League 2 action this weekend as they welcome Stoke City to Wimborne Town's Wyatt Homes Stadium. Alan Connell's side currently have two wins from three games in the competition, beating Chelsea (Cobham Next Gen) and Middlesbrough, before being defeated by Southampton in our first loss of the season. The young Cherries will be looking to get back to winning ways at home. The game will be streamed LIVE and FREE on AFCBT...
Fonts in focus: Local inspiration behind cup numbers and lettering
AFC Bournemouth’s bespoke shirt fonts for cup competitions this season have been inspired by the club’s surroundings. The typeface for both the squad numbers and name lettering, which will be worn by Marco Rose’s squad in the Europa League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup, takes inspiration from the shape of Bournemouth Pier. Tied in with one of the notorious landmarks of the local area, the club is proud to showcase the town across the continent this season. AFC Bournemouth have al...
Under-9s enjoy sucessful Premier League Festival
AFC Bournemouth under-9s put in a strong showing in the under-9 Premier League Welcome Festival. The festival allows Premier League and Category One clubs to play in a series of fixtures against clubs from all across the games programme. The Cherries under-9 side played six matches throughout the day. Wins against Newcastle, Liverpool, Derby and Wolves, plus draws against Everton and Middlesbrough, saw the Cherries go undefeated. Alongside the positive football experience, it...
Charlie Stevens signs new professional contract
AFC Bournemouth Academy midfielder Charlie Stevens has signed a new professional contract with the club. The 19-year-old has enjoyed a rapid rise through the Academy ranks since joining the Cherries as an under-eight, having been born and raised in Bournemouth. Stevens signed a two-year scholarship in the summer of 2023 and made his under-18s debut at the age of just 15, before establishing himself as an important member of the Academy setup. After an impressive campaign in the Professio...
Feature: Smith proud of club's journey ahead of Europa League bow
Determined Adam Smith insists the motivation to test himself at the elite level is stronger than ever, as he prepares to make his Europa League debut for AFC Bournemouth on Thursday. Originally signed on loan from Tottenham Hotspur in September 2010, the full-back arrived with the club in League One, his debut coming at home against Carlisle United a day later. A permanent transfer to the south coast in 2014, two promotions and 429 senior club appearances later, the 35-year-old is preparin...
Cherries squad has wealth of European experience
While European football will be a first for AFC Bournemouth supporters this season, it will be familiar ground for a number of the Cherries squad in 2026/27. A record-breaking season, which saw the Cherries finish sixth in the Premier League, booked the club a place in the Europa League. Among the players contracted to the club this season, there are two Europa League finalists, a Champions League semi-finalist and a hat-trick goalscorer, as well as one player who has appeared in all three...
Renaissance Asset Finance renews partnership with AFC Bournemouth
Renaissance Asset Finance will continue its partnership with AFC Bournemouth for a further three seasons, until 2028/29. The partnership will also see RAF continue as an Official Partner of The Net, AFC Bournemouth’s business community, while becoming an Official Partner of the club’s Women’s Team for the first time. Founded in 2014, RAF became a wholly owned subsidiary of Arbuthnot Latham and Co., Ltd in April 2017. Its expertise spans vehicle, equipment and...
Everything you need to know about the UEFA Europa League league phase
AFC Bournemouth's first-ever UEFA Europa League campaign will be played under UEFA's new league phase format, bringing a fresh look to one of Europe's biggest club competitions. Instead of the traditional group stage, all 36 teams compete in one league table, with every club playing eight different opponents across the opening phase of the tournament. Here's everything Cherries supporters need to know ahead of our historic European adventure. The 2026/27 UEFA Europa League features 36 cl...
AFC Bournemouth launch European special edition kit
AFC Bournemouth have unveiled a special edition European Home Kit to mark the club’s historic first-ever campaign in European competition. This special edition kit will be worn by the Cherries as their home strip throughout their participation in European competition this season, with the club set to embark on a landmark chapter in its history. Designed specifically to celebrate the club’s European adventure, the kit features a sleek look with gold detailing throughout, while a...
Get to know Real Sociedad ahead of historic European opener
AFC Bournemouth will make history on Thursday night when the Cherries take on Real Sociedad in the club’s first-ever game in European competition. Marco Rose’s side travel to San Sebastián to begin their UEFA Europa League campaign, with Real Sociedad the opposition at the Reale Arena. The fixture will be Bournemouth’s first competitive meeting with Spanish opposition and comes against a club with plenty of experience both domestically and in Europe. Ahead of...
Information & points drop: Leeds (H)
AFC Bournemouth welcome Leeds United to Vitality Stadium for a 3pm kick-off on Saturday 31 st October, with tickets set to go on sale from Tuesday 15 th September at 10am. POINTS DROP Points drops for the fixture will take place in the following order at 10am: Tuesday 15 th September 23+ Home Points Thursday 17 th September 17+ Home Points* Sunday 20 th September 11+ Home Points* Tuesday 22ⁿᵈ September Cherry Tuesday (1+ Home Points) *Points dr...
Cherries held to draw away at Lewes
AFC Bournemouth picked up another point in the FA Women's National League, as they drew 1-1 with Lewes at the Dripping Pan. Tamara Wilcock's first half-strike was the highlight for the Cherries, in a game of few chances. Katie Scadding made some crucial saves, with neither side able to find a winner to take all three points. It was an even start for both sides, with no clear cut openings in the first ten minutes. Lewes were awarded a penalty in the 10 th minute after ...
Gallery: Pictures from draw with Brentford
Justin Kluivert and Marcus Tavernier were on target as AFC Bournemouth drew 2-2 with Premier League counterparts Brentford at Vitality Stadium on Saturday. Kluivert’s first goal of the season cancelled out Kevin Schade’s opener as the teams reached the break level at 1-1. Tavernier netted for the third time this season, his fourth goal in his past five Premier League games, to give Marco Rose’s team the lead seven minutes into the second half. But Schade, who hit a hat-...
Tavernier: We need to find clinical touch
Marcus Tavernier admitted AFC Bournemouth were left frustrated after being held to a 2-2 draw by Brentford, despite continuing his impressive start to the Premier League season. Tavernier scored his third goal in four league appearances as the Cherries picked up a point, but felt Marco Rose's side had the opportunities to take all three. The 27-year-old believes Bournemouth need to become more clinical when on top in games. "I feel like we're coming in again talking about the frustration...
Honours even between Cherries and Bees
Goals from Justin Kluivert and Marcus Tavernier saw AFC Bournemouth battle out an entertaining 2-2 draw with Premier League counterparts Brentford at Vitality Stadium on Saturday. Kluivert’s well-taken first goal of the season cancelled out Kevin Schade’s opener, the goals scored within the space of four first-half minutes. Tavernier netted for the third time this season, his fourth goal in his past five Premier League games, to give Marco Rose’s team the lead seven minut...
Cherries beaten for first time in Premier League 2
AFC Bournemouth development squad suffered their first defeat in Premier League 2, falling to a 3-1 loss at Southampton's Staplewood Training Ground. An Ethan Sills penalty was the highlight for the Cherries, but three Saints goals saw them walk away with the three points. Southampton had the first opening of the game, but the referee awarded Bournemouth a free-kick before the home side had the chance to pull the trigger. The Saints opened the scoring in the 10 th minute. Bre...
Rose reverts back to Newcastle starting line-up
AFC Bournemouth head coach Marco Rose names an unchanged starting line-up for today’s Premier League showdown with Brentford at Vitality Stadium. While Rose made eight changes for the Carabao Cup win over Lincoln City in midweek, he reverts back to the team which drew 2-2 with Newcastle United in the top flight seven days ago. Justin Kluivert, James Hill and António Silva all featured against the Imps as the Cherries progressed to the fourth round thanks to Ryan Christie&rsquo...
How to watch: Southampton v AFC Bournemouth
AFC Bournemouth development squad are back in Premier League 2 action this weekend as they travel to Staplewood to take on Southampton. Alan Connell's side currently have two wins from two games in the competition, beating Chelsea (Cobham Next Gen) and Middlesbrough. The young Cherries will be looking to make it three from three, in their first PL2 away game of the season. The game will be streamed LIVE and FREE on AFCBTV . Supporters will need to login or create a free...
Silva: We need to show our quality against Brentford
António Silva believes AFC Bournemouth will soon get the rewards their performances deserve as the Cherries prepare to face Brentford. The Portugal international has quickly established himself in the Bournemouth backline following his summer move from Benfica. Silva has enjoyed his opening weeks on the south coast and believes the club's project, as well as the opportunity to play in the Premier League, has provided the challenge he was looking for. “I’m enjoying it a...
Gallery: Cherries building towards Brentford
AFC Bournemouth’s squad have been hard at work in training ahead of their return to Premier League action at Vitality Stadium. The Cherries will take on Brentford on Saturday (3pm) searching to make it back-to-back wins in all competitions. Brentford come into the game yet to lose, having taken five points from a possible nine in the league. Flick through the gallery below to see the Cherries preparing for Keith Andrews' Bees.
AFC Bournemouth wishes Jewish community a happy Rosh Hashanah
AFC Bournemouth would like to wish a happy and peaceful New Year to Jewish supporters and communities in Bournemouth and around the world as Rosh Hashanah begins. Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, begins at sunset on Friday 11th September and marks the beginning of the High Holy Days. The Cherries are proud of their longstanding relationship with Bournemouth's Jewish community and continue to work closely with local organisations to strengthen those connections. Earlier this year, AFC ...
European away fixtures: Estimated ticket allocations and points drops
As our first European campaign is about to begin, we’re pleased to provide supporters with an update on our three remaining UEFA Europa League away fixtures in the league phase. We know many supporters will be considering travel plans, including flights and accommodation, and we hope the details below will help provide more information when making those arrangements ahead of tickets going on sale. The club is continuing to work closely with each of our three remaining opponents to fi...
Helen Bleazard previews league clash against Lewes
AFC Bournemouth Women are back in league action this weekend, as they travel to the Dripping Pan to take on Lewes. Helen Bleazard's players are currently three wins from three, and will be looking to keep their 100% record going. While the two teams won a game apiece last season when playing each other, Bournemouth have started this season the stronger of the two this season. Lewes currently have one point from three games. Bleazard sat down with afcb.co.uk to discuss ...
Rayan named in latest Brazil squad
AFC Bournemouth forward Rayan has been named in Carlo Ancelotti’s latest Brazil squad for three upcoming international friendlies. The Cherries youngster retains his place with the Seleção having represented his country at this summer’s FIFA World Cup. Rayan made his first World Cup start during the tournament against Scotland and earned his first assist teeing up Vinícius Júnior just seven minutes into the group-stage clash. As a result, he became...
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